Types of Financial Aid

Types of Financial Aid

Types of Financial Aid

  • Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans – Up to $40,500 annually for DVM students.
  • Graduate PLUS Loans – Credit-based loans that can cover remaining costs after other aid is applied.
  • Private Education Loans – Credit-based loans from private lenders.
  • Scholarships – Institutional and external opportunities are available.
  • Federal Work-Study – Earn income through part-time campus employment (subject to eligibility and availability).

Scholarships

To supplement our efforts to reduce student loan debt through institutional aid, it is our expectation that all students applying for financial aid take an active role in limiting their borrowing by seeking outside scholarship opportunities.

Below is a listing of scholarship opportunities; however, many other scholarships exist beyond those listed here. Students should look for scholarship opportunities from professional veterinary organizations in their home state, local groups such as kennel clubs, former employers or fraternal organizations, and organizations to which they belong, such as student clubs, religious organizations, military organizations, and sororities/fraternities.

While we screen these listings to eliminate any offers that do not appear to be legitimate, students should review all scholarship information carefully. Never pay money to apply for a scholarship or other funding opportunity.

Explore a range of scholarship opportunities for veterinary students:

Learn more about Scholarships for Current Students at SSVM.